Introduction
Welcome to our Summer Newsletter and I hope everyone is well. This is an update on the activity over recent months.
Projects and campaigns
Church floodlighting
Currently no further progress but it remains our intention to illuminate St. John’s church before the winter.
Water Street Environmental Work
Due to recent changes in personnel at SKDC Planning department we are still awaiting advice regarding planning consent for the proposed tree and riverbank work.
Bronze Plaque restoration
It is proving very difficult and frustrating to secure the funding previously promised by Stamford Town Council. Our application for Skells Trust funding many months ago was rejected as the plaques are a STC asset and we were told that funding must come from them. The item was on their recent finance committee meeting, but we have received no response.
Blue plaques
Two further blue plaques have been suggested for Edward Blackstone and Frank and Evershed (Tod) Carter in recognition of their contribution to Stamford’s engineering industries and economy in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Meadows bridges
We are investigating the re-painting at least of the bridge and riverbank railings owned by LCC and Anglian Water.
Horseshoe Lane/Sheepmarket archway
We are currently investigating installation of a decorative iron archway spanning the buildings at the bottom of Horseshoe Lane to define the approach into the town centre for visitors arriving from the rail station, bus station and car parks.
The intention is to give local college students the opportunity to provide their interpretation of a suitable design.
Early days but we think this would enhance the area and provide guidance to visitors.
Currently no further progress but it remains our intention to illuminate St. John’s church before the winter.
Water Street Environmental Work
Due to recent changes in personnel at SKDC Planning department we are still awaiting advice regarding planning consent for the proposed tree and riverbank work.
Bronze Plaque restoration
It is proving very difficult and frustrating to secure the funding previously promised by Stamford Town Council. Our application for Skells Trust funding many months ago was rejected as the plaques are a STC asset and we were told that funding must come from them. The item was on their recent finance committee meeting, but we have received no response.
Blue plaques
Two further blue plaques have been suggested for Edward Blackstone and Frank and Evershed (Tod) Carter in recognition of their contribution to Stamford’s engineering industries and economy in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Meadows bridges
We are investigating the re-painting at least of the bridge and riverbank railings owned by LCC and Anglian Water.
Horseshoe Lane/Sheepmarket archway
We are currently investigating installation of a decorative iron archway spanning the buildings at the bottom of Horseshoe Lane to define the approach into the town centre for visitors arriving from the rail station, bus station and car parks.
The intention is to give local college students the opportunity to provide their interpretation of a suitable design.
Early days but we think this would enhance the area and provide guidance to visitors.
Membership
Many thanks again for your support to all our Corporate Members, new and old, we hope your association with us will be mutually beneficial. We are now focusing on widening the number and profile of our individual membership.
Communications and media
Our website has been updated and other media platforms are in use although direct communication to members via email remains our priority.
We are considering a public event to market the Civic Society and explain who we are and what we do to improve awareness and widen membership.
We are also considering updating and reprinting The Stamford Children’s Town Trail leaflet for distribution throughout the town centre and local schools.
I have had meetings with Richard Cleaver, new leader of SKDC and Andy Croft, new Mayor of Stamford to improve communications with us.
We are considering a public event to market the Civic Society and explain who we are and what we do to improve awareness and widen membership.
We are also considering updating and reprinting The Stamford Children’s Town Trail leaflet for distribution throughout the town centre and local schools.
I have had meetings with Richard Cleaver, new leader of SKDC and Andy Croft, new Mayor of Stamford to improve communications with us.
Events
Our Coronation Best Shop Window and children’s Spot the Difference competition proved hugely successful mainly due to the leadership of Ursula Jones and her team.
Upcoming Events arranged by Ursula and Dianne are as follows:
Tuesday September 19th 7pm Town Hall
Talk/Presentation by Rhiannon Clarricoates on conservation techniques.
Members £5 Guests £10
Thursday October 19th 7pm Town Hall
Talk by Stamford Town Council new Conservation Officer Victoria Newton followed by our AGM and refreshments.
Free
Wednesday 15th November 7pm United Reformed Church Hall
Talk by Heritage Lincolnshire followed by refreshments.
Members £5, Guests £10
Thursday 14th December 7pm Browne’s Hospital
A return visit by David Palmer, Auctioneer, for an entertaining and informative evening followed by refreshments.
Members Free, Guests £5
I hope you will support our events; guests are very welcome.
Upcoming Events arranged by Ursula and Dianne are as follows:
Tuesday September 19th 7pm Town Hall
Talk/Presentation by Rhiannon Clarricoates on conservation techniques.
Members £5 Guests £10
Thursday October 19th 7pm Town Hall
Talk by Stamford Town Council new Conservation Officer Victoria Newton followed by our AGM and refreshments.
Free
Wednesday 15th November 7pm United Reformed Church Hall
Talk by Heritage Lincolnshire followed by refreshments.
Members £5, Guests £10
Thursday 14th December 7pm Browne’s Hospital
A return visit by David Palmer, Auctioneer, for an entertaining and informative evening followed by refreshments.
Members Free, Guests £5
I hope you will support our events; guests are very welcome.
Planning
After over 40 years of commitment and service to Stamford Civic Society and for the last 10 years or more leading our Planning Sub-Committee, John Smith has decided to “retire” at the ripe old age of 83! What a magnificent record which was recognised at our 2018 AGM when John was awarded a Long Service Certificate for his specialist contribution. We are obviously sad to see John retire but are very pleased that David Heeley, who has also been a long serving volunteer, is continuing as leader of the Planning Sub-Committee along with Jon Richards. Many thanks John.
Stamford North development
We are currently liaising with SKDC and a professional planning expert to decide the most effective way of responding to this application which has major issues affecting Stamford.
Stamford North development
We are currently liaising with SKDC and a professional planning expert to decide the most effective way of responding to this application which has major issues affecting Stamford.
And finally...
When I took on the role of Chairman last October, I committed to a one-year period to ensure continuation of the Civic Society and put in place a new committee structure and a change in priorities. I hope I have succeeded in those aims but unfortunately, due to new commitments elsewhere, I will not be able to continue beyond that period and will be standing down from the role and the committee at the AGM on 19th October.
I therefore ask that all members consider if they, or anyone they know, has the time and capability and is willing to take on the role.
Andy Moore
I therefore ask that all members consider if they, or anyone they know, has the time and capability and is willing to take on the role.
Andy Moore
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